Use XCTU to enter the MicroPython environment

To use the XBee 3 Cellular LTE-M/NB-IoT in the MicroPython environment:

  1. Use XCTU to add the device(s); see Install and upgrade XCTU and Add a device to XCTU.

  2. The XBee 3 Cellular LTE-M/NB-IoT appears as a box in the Radio Modules information panel. Each module displays identifying information about itself.

  3. Click this box to select the device and load its current settings.

  4. Put the XBee 3 Cellular LTE-M/NB-IoT into MicroPython mode, in the AP field select MicroPython REPL [4] and click the Write button .
  5. Note what COM port(s) the XBee 3 Cellular LTE-M/NB-IoT is using, because you will need this information when you use terminal communication. The Radio Modules information panel lists the COM port in use.